Bethune-Cookman Athletics Announces 2016 Hall of Fame Class

Published: August 24, 2016

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Bethune-Cookman Athletics has announced its thirteen member 2016 Athletic Hall of Fame Class that will be honored during festivities on campus and in the community on Hall of Fame Weekend taking place September 16-17.

The weekend will begin with The Official Hall of Fame Reception and Enshrinement Ceremony on Friday, September 16, in the Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center, followed by a private Hall of Fame Brunch on Saturday morning, September 17. The weekend concludes with the 2016 Hall of Famers leading the Legacy Walk and serving as honorary game captains for the B-CU vs. Tennessee State football game kicking off at 4 p.m., at Municipal Stadium.

"We are honored to recognize thirteen outstanding Wildcats whose lives and accomplishments have made a tremendous impact on our university, community and our conference," said B-CU President Dr. Edison O. Jackson.

B-CU Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Lynn W. Thompson, who worked directly with the selection committee chaired by Dr. Kevin James, Sr., is truly impressed with the class.

“The committee selected a phenomenal group of thirteen of the greatest student-athletes, coaches and supporters to have ever been a part of the history of our university,” Thompson said. “They each truly deserve this moment of honor and recognition for the work they have done on our campus and beyond."

The 2016 Hall of Fame Class includes former student-athletes, coaches and special contributors who have enriched the legacy of the institution through intercollegiate athletics and professional accomplishments. The honorees were selected by an 11-person committee made up from a cross-section of campus constituencies, alumni and boosters. The inaugural Hall of Fame Class was inducted in 2000. Since its establishment, the Hall of Fame has enshrined 63 people, including the Class of 2016.